The 9th generation Malibu was supposed to undergo a "facelift" in 2022 or 2023 and the refreshed vehicle may have continued being produced into the 2024 and 2025 model years but it will now apparently be discontinued after the 2023 model year.

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The tools needed to complete this procedure include a plastic pry bar tool and a small thin tool such as a screwdriver from a jeweler's screwdriver set or an Allen key.

For safety, I highly recommend that you engage the emergency / parking brake and place wheel chocks on both sides of the tires to help prevent the car from moving unexpectedly.

The first step is to open the storage compartment's cover to allow easier access to the rear edge of the gear selector's trim cover.

Gently and carefully pull up the rear edge of the silver gear selector's trim cover by inserting your fingers into the small storage pocket.

Try to avoid using excessive force so that you don't crack or scratch the trim cover.

Continue releasing the retaining clips until you can pull the gear selector's trim cover straight up.

You do not need to fully remove the trim cover. If you do want to fully remove the cover, I imagine you could remove the gear shifter knob.

Locate the small round hole on the top of the gear selector assembly at the rear edge.

To push the shift lock release button, you'll need a small tool such as an Allen key wrench, a screwdriver, a drill bit or a straightened wire hanger.

Insert the tool into the small hole.

Push down the white plastic button to release the shift lock mechanism.

With your other hand, push in the large button on the shift knob and move the gear selector stalk back from "Park" to "Neutral".

Have your assistants carefully move the disabled vehicle into the desired position.

Keep your foot over the brake pedal just in case you need to quickly stop the car.

Once you are done manually moving the car, shift the gear selector back into "Park".

Carefully push down the trim cover to secure the retaining clips.

Make sure the trim cover is flush with the center console at every edge.

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